Jaylen Brown was downgraded to doubtful with low back spasms for the Celtics’ game against the Pacers at 7:30 p.m. Monday in Indiana. The C’s will likely be shorthanded as they have a relatively lengthy injury report. Sam Hauser is questionable with right hamstring tightness. Josh Minott (left ankle sprain) and Jayson Tatum (Achilles) are out.

Celtics All-Star forward Jaylen Brown was added to the injury report Sunday for Boston's game against the Pacers Monday with back spasms.

The Indiana Pacers are in free fall, winning just a handful of games as the calendar turns to January. It's a far cry from where the team was back in the spring

A young Indiana Pacers standout is popping up in trade buzz, with insiders calling it a rare win-win scenario for both sides.

After what was an encouraging three quarters vs Cavs, a fourth-quarter meltdown handed Indiana its 13th consecutive loss -- a new franchise record.

The Indiana Pacers are an underdog again, marking the 12th time on this 13-game run of losses they’re embarked on that they’re expected to lose by oddsmakers.

The Boston Celtics have remained one of the NBA ’s strongest teams as the season reaches its midway point, firmly positioned in the playoff picture while awaiting the possible return of Jayson Tatum. Much of their success has been driven by the play of Jaylen Brown, who is enjoying the finest season of his 10-year career.

The Charlotte Hornets deployed a unique strategy during their game on Thursday against the Indiana Pacers. Head coach Charles Lee opted to utilize star point guard LaMelo Ball off the bench.

Andrew Nembhard had 29 points and nine assists, Aaron Nesmith added 12 points and nine rebounds before an early exit and the Indiana Pacers routed the Miami Heat 123-99 on Saturday night.